Eclipse Memory Analyzer

The Eclipse Memory Analyzer is a Java heap analysis tool that processes large heap dumps, often containing hundreds of millions of objects, to identify memory leaks and excessive memory usage. It calculates retained sizes, shows reference chains that prevent garbage collection, and can generate reports that highlight likely leak suspects. The software is intended for developers and performance engineers who need to diagnose memory‑related issues in Java applications.

Its distinctive features include fast indexing of heap dumps, support for very large data sets, and automated leak‑suspect extraction, which streamline the investigation of complex memory problems. The tool runs on macOS and is released as a stable component of the Eclipse Foundation ecosystem.

The project is actively maintained, with recent releases addressing compatibility and indexing bugs, and its source code is now hosted on GitHub, where users can file issues and contribute.